Event Details

Earn 1 HRCI Business Credit (pending) and 1 SHRM PDC

Join us Thursday, June 10 at 2pm CST for
“Creating Strategic Advantage through Business Continuity Planning"

Description:
In today’s business climate there is a plethora of experiences and exposure to crisis events, both globally and domestically, that clearly suggest that crises are inevitable.  As HR Professionals, how do we prepare ourselves and our organizations to be risk resilient and prepared to meet these challenges? 
During this session, the multitude of risks in today's business environment, lack of preparation and related consequences will be discussed.  In addition, the role of the HR professional in risk management and business continuity will be explored in not only how to respond to unexpected crises, but also more proactively predict and prepare for them.  Most importantly, in addition to a focus on protecting organizational brand, financial health, and sustainability, the role of HR Professionals in keeping the ‘human’ embedded in the organization’s business continuity management respond will be highlighted.

Objectives:
In this session, students will:
1. Identify the current risks in today’s business environment, lack of preparation, and consequences
2. Understand the role of the HR Leader in planning and responding to organizational risk
3. Identify the benefits of a business continuity plan
4. Recognize the difference between disaster response and business continuity plans
5. Analyze the phases of business continuity management to create a holistic plan for an organization
6. Learn how to conduct a risk needs assessment and launch an effective business continuity program for an organization​

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